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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 2011
Page
3
A 71 year old woman reported missing for 36 hours defies the label elderly saying age is a number and she remains "young and alive" despite the scare. The editorial notes the public perception of aging and resilience.
The writer criticizes Governor Haley for pressuring legislators to back her initiative, calling it undemocratic. They argue legislators are elected to their districts, not to act as her puppets, and warn the approach resembles a dictatorship.
A commentator argues that voters seeking less government control should prefer a secular conservative over religiously guided Republicans. The piece contrasts organized religion with faith in God and warns of life-regulating agendas in political campaigns.
Residents ask when the new Costco in Augusta will open. No official opening date announced yet, with community chatter and anticipated store details circulating locally.
A reader reports unusually long red lights at the intersection where the bypass 302 crosses East and West routes. The light is notably longer for traffic on the bypass than for cross oncoming traffic.
A South Carolina Department of Vocational Rehabilitation workshop showcases counselors who have aided individuals with disabilities. The service recipients report consistent support, guidance, and respectful treatment from staff during their journey toward employment and independence.
A reader defends Southern hospitality against a Yankee critic, lampooning old resentments and urging the commenter to move on. The note ends by inviting responses to a TalkBack hot line.
Living History Park in North Augusta hosted Colonial Times a Day to Remember drawing visitors from South Carolina and Georgia with demonstrations of 18th century cooking crafts clothing and weapons. Special guests included Gen George Washington lookalikes and Benjamin Franklin reenactors as crowds enjoyed free admission and an 18th century Anglican service at 10 15 a m.
Local residents brought coins, books, maps, pottery and paintings to the Aiken County Historical Museum for verbal appraisals at five dollars per item. Experts assessed items across many categories as attendees hoped to learn if treasures are valuable or yard-sale bargains.
Aiken welcomed a grand opening for the NAPA Auto Parts store at 2 Caldwell Court featuring a display of vintage and modern cars, the NAPA Tool Truck, and prizes. Owner Gary Hamman noted four generations in the trade and described strong customer support as key to the four to five year project.
6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Phone number 648 2311. Fax 648 6052. Executive Editor 644 2380. Sports Editor 2396. Email tolriant@aikenstandard.com. Bowlroom line 644 2401.
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